Have an idea you’ve been meaning to share? A solution that worked in your funeral home? A perspective others could learn from?

This is your final reminder: presentation proposals for NFDA’s 2026 educational events are due December 31.

NFDA is seeking dynamic, practical session proposals for:

• 2026 NFDA International Convention & Expo | October 25–28 | Charlotte, North Carolina
• 2026 Professional Women’s Conference | May 6–9 | St. Petersburg, Florida

Whether you’ve presented before or never considered yourself a “speaker,” NFDA encourages you to submit. Some of the most impactful sessions come from funeral professionals who simply have real-world experience, fresh ideas and a desire to help others succeed.

Sessions may be one or two hours and can focus on topics such as business operations, consumer care, embalming and restorative art, disposition, innovation, compliance, marketing, or professional development. NFDA is especially interested in sessions that offer practical, actionable takeaways attendees can use immediately.

If you’ve ever thought, “Someone should talk about this,” this is your sign! 

Submit your proposal by December 31 at 5 p.m. CT. Full guidelines and submission details are available at NFDA.org/Conferences/Call-For-Presentations.

Your experience matters. Your ideas matter. Don’t let this opportunity pass you by.